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'Maynard' Explores Life And Legacy Of Atlanta's First Black Mayor
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Maynard Jackson Jr. was an Atlanta legend. As the first black mayor of a major southern city, Jackson pushed for businesses to adopt affirmative action programs, expanded the Atlanta airport to become the international hub it is today and also led the campaign to bring the 1996 Summer Olympics to Georgia.
Jackson's life and legacy are the focus of the new documentary, "Maynard," which was executive produced by his daughter-in-law Wendy Jackson and his son Maynard Jackson III.
They joined us in studio to discuss the man and politician, Maynard Jackson Jr.
GPB's Leah Fleming speaks with Maynard Jackson III and Wendy Jackson.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ogfdzIFeMXQ
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